{"product_id":"78660-eduard-72736-pbm-5a-bomb-bay-academy-172-pl","title":"Eduard 72736 PBM-5A bomb bay ACADEMY 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEduard 72736 PBM-5A bomb bay ACADEMY 1\/72 – Photo-Etched Set for the Martin PBM-5A Mariner Bomber Model\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eduard 72736 set is a high-quality scale modeling accessory for the Academy plastic kit, dedicated to the Martin PBM-5A Mariner aircraft model in 1\/72 scale. It is a complete set of photo-etched details for the interior of the bomb bay, designed for modelers seeking exceptional realism and historical precision for their aircraft model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal user country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States of America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II and the early years of the Cold War (in service 1943–1956)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photo-etched metal parts; optional resin additions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Photo-etched set for plastic models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Martin PBM-5A Mariner was an American patrol bomber flying boat extensively used during World War II by the US Navy. It took part in Pacific and Atlantic operations, serving in anti-submarine warfare, sea rescue, and long-range reconnaissance missions. PBM-5A aircraft were also engaged in the early post-war years, supporting US Navy activities up to the mid-1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eduard 72736 set allows you to replicate the internal mechanisms, handles, panels, and other small details of the bomb bay that are difficult to achieve with injection molding. Each part is manufactured with extraordinary precision using photo-etch technology—thin metal sheets perfectly reproduce shapes, rivet lines, and panel textures found on the original. The result is a significant increase in the model’s authenticity—especially impressive when displaying the bomb bay open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced modelers and enthusiasts of WWII military aircraft who want to achieve the highest possible fidelity. The set requires basic skills in working with photo-etched details, bending, and assembling very small parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eduard 72736 PBM-5A bomb bay set is a professional choice for demanding modelers who value realism, detail, and the highest quality accessories for 1\/72 scale models. An excellent addition for historic aviation collectors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eduard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54758343704910,"sku":"EDUA72736","price":23.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/e4ac1b30fc6aeb4859cee1fa6d16e230.jpg?v=1756249123","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/78660-eduard-72736-pbm-5a-bomb-bay-academy-172-pl","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}